Electrical Designer​/Drafter

Title: Electrical Designer/Drafter

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Contract Length: 6 months

Target

Start Date:

2/18/2026

Work Location/Structure: Flexible (Toronto, CA; Reno, NV; Palo Alto, CA; Austin, TX; or fully remote)

Our client, a leader in the automotive and advanced engineering industries, is looking for a skilled Electrical CAD Designer/Drafter to join their team for a Contract-to-Hire engagement. This project involves the design and documentation of automated and manual test equipment for their entire product line, which includes batteries, drive units, charging systems, and cutting‑edge robotics. This is a new, high‑impact role critical for bridging the gap between engineering and documentation, focusing on design and schematic creation under the oversight of a Staff Engineer.

This position requires a self‑motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly in a high‑demand environment.

This role is focused on the successful completion of specific tasks and deliverables. Your responsibilities will include:

• Translate engineering requirements and conceptual designs into high‑quality electrical schematics and drawings.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical and software validation teams to ensure hardware designs align with test sequences.
• Support the full hardware lifecycle, from initial design and documentation to in‑house technician builds.
• Manage and prioritize a high volume of design requests to maintain project momentum in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ensure all documentation and schematics meet required internal quality and engineering standards.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:

• 2+ years of professional experience in a similar electrical design/drafting role (open to senior candidates with 15+ years).
• Deep expertise in AutoCAD Electrical (minimum 2+ years). Proficiency in EPLAN is highly desired. This isn't a learning role—you need to be a subject matter expert.
• Professional experience gained from a large automotive company or a reputable engineering firm.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals.
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates to the project team and collaborate across engineering disciplines.
• Comfort operating in a high‑intensity environment with an expectation of 45–55 hours per week.